Eating behaviors and social capital are associated with fruit and vegetable intake among rural adults

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Few studies have focused on determinants of fruit and vegetable intake in rural areas. This study examined the relationship between demographics, socioeconomic status, social capital, eating behaviors, and fruit and vegetable intake for a large rural sample. Data from 1220 rural adults participating in the 2006 Brazos Valley Community Health Assessment Survey were used. Multivariable regression results demonstrated eating a regular breakfast (P value ≤ 0.001) was positively and drinking sugar-sweetened beverages (P value = 0.010) was negatively associated with fruit and vegetable intake. Being female, older, and having higher levels of education and social capital were associated with consuming more fruit and vegetables. This analysis provides evidence that contextual aspects are important for understanding fruit and vegetable intake in rural areas.

Original languageEnglish
JournalJournal of Hunger and Environmental Nutrition
Volume5
Issue number3
Pages (from-to)302-315
Number of pages14
ISSN1932-0248
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2010
Externally publishedYes

    Research areas

  • Breakfast, Fast food, Fruit and vegetable intakes, Rural adults, Social capital, Sugarsweetened beverages

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